What is EQ-i (emotional intelligence)?
EQ-i is the ability to effectively know our own emotions and to appropriately regulate them so we can tolerate stress, express ourselves effectively, and relate to others in a productive, positive manner. EQ-i gives us the ability to read our environment, grasp what others want and need, remain unruffled by stress, and be engaging – the kind of person others want to be around. Unlike IQ, which is a relatively fixed construct, individuals can grow, foster and develop their EQ (or EQ-i), which increases one’s ability to succeed and to be happy.
